The Color of Water: A Black Man's Tribute to His White Mother

This is a book that will "make you proud to be a member of the human race," says Mirabella, and countless readers have already discovered its power. Written in remembrance of his Polish-born, Southern-raised Jewish mother-who married a black man and raised twelve children, all of whom completed college-The Color of Water is a classic of the memoir genre, a testament to love, and a truly American story.

Inspiring. (Glamour)

Vibrant. (Boston Globe)

Moving. (New York Times Book Review)

Unforgettable. (Publishers Weekly)

Lively. (Washington Post Book World)

Poignant. (Miami Herald)

Terrific. (The Nation)

Lyrical. (Detroit News)

Engrossing. (Cincinnati Enquirer)

Remarkable. (Emerge)

Wonderful. (Baltimore Sun)

Author Bio: James McBride is an award-winning musician as well as a former staff writer for The Boston Globe, People, and The Washington Post.